Exotics R Us brings the zoo to the Library with its collection of unique animals including tortoises, foxes, monkeys, porcupines, and felines.

Raised bed gardens are both functional and attractive. Learn how to construct, fill, and garden in raised beds with the University of Missouri Extension.

Have you ever wanted to learn how to code? Join Mad Science and try your hand at coding LEGO Mindstorms.

Hear stories, sing songs, join in movement activities, and create memories together. Designed for children of all ages, come share the early literacy experience with the whole family.

The Super Friends unite again for more stories of adventure and a little bit of magic. Gather your friends and join kids' comedian Dennis Porter for interactive and improvisational theater fun.

Explore how animals of all shapes and sizes are celebrated in art worldwide with the Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium.

Hear stories, sing songs, join in movement activities, and create memories together. Designed for children of all ages, come share the early literacy experience with the whole family.

Who said horses can’t visit the Library? Come to the Library to meet, groom, and pet a beautiful horse. Then learn about horse care, horse safety, and much more.

Hear stories, sing songs, join in movement activities, and create memories together. Designed for children of all ages, come share the early literacy experience with the whole family.

Step into a virtual reality career simulation. Participants will select a career from our curated list and experience real-world tasks in that field.

Hear stories, sing songs, join in movement activities, and create memories together. Designed for children of all ages, come share the early literacy experience with the whole family.

Do you like baseball? Join Royals Hall of Fame Manager Jill Seib-Schaub for a baseball storytime. Songs, books, and muscles are just a small part of this program for preschoolers.

Join storyteller Becky Everly as she brings to life Robert Munsch's funny and engaging books for a new generation.

Hear stories, sing songs, join in movement activities, and create memories together. Designed for children of all ages, come share the early literacy experience with the whole family.

Enjoy a fun and unique experience making art using an animal from the Exotic Animals Education Institute for inspiration. Please register participating children only.

Hear stories, sing songs, join in movement activities, and create memories together. Designed for children of all ages, come share the early literacy experience with the whole family.

Learn about Russian artist, Wassily Kandinsky and his love of shapes and colors.

Hear stories, sing songs, join in movement activities, and create memories together. Designed for children of all ages, come share the early literacy experience with the whole family.

Hear stories, sing songs, join in movement activities, and create memories together. Designed for children of all ages, come share the early literacy experience with the whole family.

Hear stories, sing songs, join in movement activities, and create memories together. Designed for children of all ages, come share the early literacy experience with the whole family.

It's summertime and the crafting is easy. Join us for some fun at the Library. Please register participating children only.

Hear stories, sing songs, join in movement activities, and create memories together. Designed for children of all ages, come share the early literacy experience with the whole family.

Join A to Z Artistry and paint a cute sloth in a tree. This guided painting is designed for adult painters of all skill levels.

Hear stories, sing songs, join in movement activities, and create memories together. Designed for children of all ages, come share the early literacy experience with the whole family.